Scenes From KidneyTexas Inc.’s 26th Runway Report

Dallasites Make a 'French Connection' at The Ritz-Carlton with Champagne, a Chocolate Tasting, and Fall Fashions

It may have been Fashion Week in Milan, but Dallas’ social set was equally booked and busy with dazzling fashion shows here on our own turf.

The always elegant Allison Brodnax chaired KidneyTexas Inc.’s recent Runway Report, their signature fundraiser, with a “French Connection” theme. Francophile “surprise and delight” moments abounded in both big ideas and tiny touches at the recent luncheon, which raises critical funds for KidneyTexas’ mission to cure kidney disease, improve the methods of treatment, and provide care for those suffering from the disease.

The French Connection theme celebrated the life-saving collaboration between French and American doctors in the fight against kidney disease. The perpetually charismatic Laura Harris of NBC5 emceed the afternoon and tied the whole thing together, as she always does so gracefully. Upon arrival, guests posed in front of a French market-themed backdrop, with bicycles and baskets of fruit. During the champagne reception, attendees perused the silent auction and indulged in a chocolate tasting from Läderach (which is Swiss, but that’s no matter!).

Attendees feeling lucky purchased raffle tickets in hope of winning one of five fabulous prizes, which included both a diamond necklace and diamond earrings from Bachendorf’s (and the always-generous Bocks), a Central Market gift card, a leather purse by Ofaolain, and a home design package from Sharon Lee Clark and KRANE Home.

KidneyTexas counts so many philanthropic Dallasites amongst its steadfast supporters who make its work possible, none more so than Anne & Bill Seanor, who served as presenting sponsors, and Donna & Herb Weitzman, the day’s honorary chairs. Mari Epperson currently serves as President of KidneyTexas, Inc., which honored Cindy Hanson and Stacey Wiggins with this year’s Sue Goodnight Award.

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